Senior Polymer Chemist - Polyurethanes

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

📍 johannesburg, city of johannesburg metropolitan municipality, South-Africa

Full-time Other-General

Job Description


SUMMARY: A well-established manufacturer with a diverse portfolio of unsaturated polyester resins, solvent-borne resins, dispersions, and additives is seeking an experienced Polymer Scientist with strong expertise in polyurethane chemistry to join its technical team. The role focuses on formulation optimisation, technical troubleshooting, manufacturing support, and customer-facing technical solutions, while ensuring product performance and commercial success.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements for the role: Must have a B. Sc. in Chemistry or Polymer Science; A Postgraduate qualification (M. Sc./PhD) is advantageous Minimum 5 years' experience in polymer science or polyurethane R&D Must have a strong background in formulation and product development Experience with rigid foams, CASE or related applications is advantageous Proven ability to manage technical projects Must have a strong understanding of polyurethane chemistry The successful cand...

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